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51. Comparative Study of Competitive Ankle Supports and their Effects on Blanace and Functional Performance.

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Open Access
Author:
Capuzzi, Mark Joseph
Title:
Comparative Study of Competitive Ankle Supports and their Effects on Blanace and Functional Performance.
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Ankle Supports
Postural Control
Dynamic Balance
Static Balance
DonJoy
ProTaco
SEBT
Quiet Single-Leg Balance Test
File:
Download 1-SHC_Thesis_Final.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor

53. The Effects of Spinal Mobilization on Knee Flexor Effective Musculo-articular Stiffness

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Open Access
Author:
Osborn, Carina Gabrielle
Title:
The Effects of Spinal Mobilization on Knee Flexor Effective Musculo-articular Stiffness
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Spinal mobilization
spinal manipulation
musculo-articular
stiffness
File:
Download Osborn_Carina_effectsofspinalmobilization.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

54. Changes in Energetic Factors and Performance Following a Competitive Season in Female Distance Runners

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Open Access
Author:
Mctavish, Mitchell Scott
Title:
Changes in Energetic Factors and Performance Following a Competitive Season in Female Distance Runners
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
female athlete triad
distance runners
energy availability
energetic factors
performance
File:
Download MSM_Thesis_4_8_FINAL_SUBMISSION_final.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

58. Comparative Study Of Postural Control And Functional Performance Between Collegiate Women’s Ice Hockey And Soccer Athletes

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Open Access
Author:
Song, Han Sol
Title:
Comparative Study Of Postural Control And Functional Performance Between Collegiate Women’s Ice Hockey And Soccer Athletes
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
ice hockey
soccer
ACL injury
postural control
functional performance
static balance
dynamic balance
crossover hop
File:
Download Thesis_HAN_SOL_SONG_SUBMISSION.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
William E Buckley, Thesis Supervisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

59. Comparative Study of Diverse Ankle Supports and Related Effects on Functional Performance

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Open Access
Author:
Mcfadden, Megan Elizabeth
Title:
Comparative Study of Diverse Ankle Supports and Related Effects on Functional Performance
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
DonJoy
Pro Taco
ankle supports
functional performance
agility
single leg jump
cross over hop.
File:
Download McFadden_FinalThesis.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
William E Buckley, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Faculty Reader

60. Effect of Dietary Nitrate Supplementation on Nitric Oxide-Mediated Vascular Responses

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Open Access
Author:
Bundschuh, Mark Austin
Title:
Effect of Dietary Nitrate Supplementation on Nitric Oxide-Mediated Vascular Responses
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Key Words: brachial artery
dietary nitrate
enterosalivary circulation
handgrip exercise
nitric oxide
File:
Download Bundschuh_Mark_Dietary_Nitrate_Supplementation.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
David Nathan Proctor, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor

64. Do center of pressure measures derived from force platforms correlate to alpha % changes derived from EEG measures in athletes suffering from concussions?

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Open Access
Author:
Kealey, Kimberly Ann
Title:
Do center of pressure measures derived from force platforms correlate to alpha % changes derived from EEG measures in athletes suffering from concussions?
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
concussion testing
force platforms and concussions
EEG alpha % change and concussions
File:
Download Final_Thesis_V5.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Semyon Slobounov, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor

65. The Effects of Varying Loads and Repetitions on Caloric Expenditure During Traditional Back Squats

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Open Access
Author:
Barrett, Samuel Thomas
Title:
The Effects of Varying Loads and Repetitions on Caloric Expenditure During Traditional Back Squats
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
caloric expenditure
energy expenditure
exercise
squats
repetitions
loads
physical activity
kinesiology
contraction speed
File:
Download Thesis-_Final_Paper.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor

66. The Functional Usability Study for the Elderly (FuSE): The Independent and Interrelated Effects of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior on Functional and Quality of Life Outcomes in Older Adults

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Open Access
Author:
Gross, Brian William
Title:
The Functional Usability Study for the Elderly (FuSE): The Independent and Interrelated Effects of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior on Functional and Quality of Life Outcomes in Older Adults
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
physical activity
sedentary behavior
accelerometer
File:
Download GROSS_BRIAN_THESIS.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Faculty Reader

67. The Relationship Between Functional Movement Screen Scores and Injuries in College-aged Water Polo Players

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Open Access
Author:
Cabarcas, Brandon Charles
Title:
The Relationship Between Functional Movement Screen Scores and Injuries in College-aged Water Polo Players
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Functional Movement
Functional Movement Screen
Score
Injury
Injury Risk
Water Polo
College
Players
File:
Download Thesis_Submission.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Faculty Reader

69. The Effect of Joint Mobilization to the Ankle and Lower Leg on Static and Dynamic Postural Control Measures

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Open Access
Author:
Fissinger, Jaclyn Marie
Title:
The Effect of Joint Mobilization to the Ankle and Lower Leg on Static and Dynamic Postural Control Measures
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
joint mobilization
dorsiflexion
stiff ankle
ankle sprain
dynamic balance
static balance
postural control
squatting task
File:
Download Jaclyn_Fissinger-_Final_Thesis_2014.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Steriani Elavsky, Thesis Honors Advisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Thesis Supervisor

72. The Effect of Roller Stick Myofascial Release on Lower Extremity Range of Motion and Functional Performance

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Open Access
Author:
Montgomery, Allison L
Title:
The Effect of Roller Stick Myofascial Release on Lower Extremity Range of Motion and Functional Performance
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
roller stick
roller
myofascial release
fascia
range of motion
functional performance
static stretching
File:
Download Montgomery_HonorsThesis_Final_1.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor
Giampietro Luciano Vairo, Faculty Reader

74. The Effects of Sub-concussive Impacts on Virtual Reality Test Performance and Academics

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Open Access
Author:
Walter, Alexa Elizabeth
Title:
The Effects of Sub-concussive Impacts on Virtual Reality Test Performance and Academics
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
sub-concussion
impact
academics
virtual reality
File:
Download WalterAlexaFinalThesis.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Semyon Slobounov, Thesis Supervisor
Sarah Mary Assmann, Thesis Honors Advisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

76. Return To Classroom: Effects Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury On Academic Performance

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Open Access
Author:
Kaschak, Christian Nelson
Title:
Return To Classroom: Effects Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury On Academic Performance
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
concussion
mTBI
brain
sport
student-athlete
return-to-school
academic-performance
File:
Download Kaschak_Christian_ReturnToClassroomEffectsofMildTraumaticBrainInjuryonAcademicPerformance.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Semyon Slobounov, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

77. Differential Integration of Visual and Proprioceptive Representations for Perception Versus Action

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Open Access
Author:
Patterson, Jacqueline Rose
Title:
Differential Integration of Visual and Proprioceptive Representations for Perception Versus Action
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
vision
proprioception
limb position drift
movement specification
File:
Download JacquelinePattersonThesis4-13.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Robert L Sainburg, Thesis Supervisor
Jessica Lynn Schultz, Thesis Honors Advisor

79. The Effect of Motor Imagery Perspective on Activity of the Bicep Brachii

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Open Access
Author:
Schultz, Cassidy N
Title:
The Effect of Motor Imagery Perspective on Activity of the Bicep Brachii
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
emg
electromyography
motor imagery
bicep brachii
rehab
rehabilitation
internal imagery
external imagery
File:
Download Schultz_Cassidy_effectofmotorimageryperspectiveonbicepbrachii.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Benjamin William Infantolino, Thesis Supervisor
Jeanne Marie Rose, Thesis Honors Advisor

80. The Effect of Footwear Condition on Muscle Architecture During Walking

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Open Access
Author:
Timberman, Megan Elizabeth
Title:
The Effect of Footwear Condition on Muscle Architecture During Walking
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
triceps surae
muscle fiber length
elastic energy
gastrocnemius
walking
ultrasound
shod
barefoot
in vivo
File:
Download Timberman_Megan_EffectsofFootwearonMuscleArchitecture.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Benjamin William Infantolino, Thesis Supervisor
Jeanne Marie Rose, Thesis Honors Advisor

85. Quantifying Sub-Concussive Impacts of Division I Football Players: A Comparison of the BodiTrak System and Video Footage

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Open Access
Author:
Atif, Hamna
Title:
Quantifying Sub-Concussive Impacts of Division I Football Players: A Comparison of the BodiTrak System and Video Footage
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Sub-Concussive Impacts
concussion
football
accelerometer
video quantification
File:
Download Atif_Hamna_QuantifyingSubconcussiveImpacts.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Semyon Slobounov, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

87. VALIDATING THE USE OF PERIPHERAL BONE SITES TO PREDICT THE RISK OF FEMORAL NECK FRACTURE

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Open Access
Author:
Alba, Rachel L
Title:
VALIDATING THE USE OF PERIPHERAL BONE SITES TO PREDICT THE RISK OF FEMORAL NECK FRACTURE
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
pQCT
peripheral quantitative computed tomography
femoral neck fracture
peripheral bone sites
File:
Download Alba_Rachel_ValidatingPeripheralBoneSites.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Allison Altman Singles, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Sandy Feinstein, Thesis Honors Advisor

88. The Interrelationships Between Sleep, Physical Activity, Psychological Well-Being, and Gestational Weight Gain in Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women

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Open Access
Author:
Rogers, Tara Catherine
Title:
The Interrelationships Between Sleep, Physical Activity, Psychological Well-Being, and Gestational Weight Gain in Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
pregnancy
overweight
obese
physical activity
sleep
sleep disturbances
psychological health
stress
depression
gestational weight gain
nap
pregnant women
File:
Download Rogers_Tara_Kinesiology.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Danielle Symons Downs, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

90. An Examination of the Impact of College Level Physical Activity Classes by Race and Ethnicity

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Open Access
Author:
Shields, Samantha N
Title:
An Examination of the Impact of College Level Physical Activity Classes by Race and Ethnicity
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
college
physical activity
race
ethnicity
students
college students
physical activity classes
exercise
exercise classes
File:
Download Shields_thesis.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Melissa Jean Bopp, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

91. Kidney Stone Patients and Fluid Consumption: Experiences, Concerns, and Interest in Technology for Prevention

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Open Access
Author:
Dubnansky, Alexandra Beth
Title:
Kidney Stone Patients and Fluid Consumption: Experiences, Concerns, and Interest in Technology for Prevention
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
kidney stone
fluid consumption
urolithiasis
File:
Download Dubnansky_Alexandra_Kines_Final.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
David E Conroy, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

92. Distinguishing Bone Characteristics in Female Athletes with and without Stress Fractures Using Sector Analysis of 3D Tibia Images

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Open Access
Author:
Yannarell, Katie Marie
Title:
Distinguishing Bone Characteristics in Female Athletes with and without Stress Fractures Using Sector Analysis of 3D Tibia Images
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Female Athlete Triad
Bone Marker
Sector Analysis
Stress Fracture
File:
Download Yannarell_SHC_Thesis_Final.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor
Nancy I. Williams, Faculty Reader

95. THE EFFECT OF 3D BALANCE TRAINING ON POSTURAL TASK PERFORMANCE ASSESSED BY CENTER OF PRESSURE METRICS

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Open Access
Author:
Milas, Natalie Ann
Title:
THE EFFECT OF 3D BALANCE TRAINING ON POSTURAL TASK PERFORMANCE ASSESSED BY CENTER OF PRESSURE METRICS
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Balance training
Center of pressure
Force platform
Visual feedback
Sway tests
Displacement
File:
Download MilasNatalieThesis_FinalVersion.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. Semyon Slobounov, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

96. EVALUATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE ESTIMATION USING PULSE TRANSIT TIME DURING CHANGES IN PHYSIOLOGICAL STATUS

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Open Access
Author:
Sklarsky, Amanda Nicole
Title:
EVALUATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE ESTIMATION USING PULSE TRANSIT TIME DURING CHANGES IN PHYSIOLOGICAL STATUS
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
PULSE TRANSIT TIME
BLOOD PRESSURE
COLD PRESSOR TEST
STATIC HANDGRIP
SHG
CPT
PTT
CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
CVD
PECA
PHYSIOLOGICAL STATUS
PTT BP ESTIMATION
MEDICAL DEVICE
CONTINUOUS
NONINVASIVE
CUFF-LESS
CUFF-FREE
PRE-EJECTION PERIOD
PEP
CARDIAC OUTPUT
CARDIAC RESISTANCE
File:
Download EVALUATION_OF_BLOOD_PRESSURE_ESTIMATION_USING_PULSE_TRANSIT_TIME_DURING_CHANGES_IN_PHYSIOLOGICAL_STATUS.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Dr. James Anthony Pawelczyk, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

97. Evaluating the Relationship Between Team Cohesion and Mental Health in NCAA Athletes

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Open Access
Author:
Rothacker, Janelle
Title:
Evaluating the Relationship Between Team Cohesion and Mental Health in NCAA Athletes
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
NCAA
Mental Health
Kinesiology
Student athlete
anxiety
depression
disordered eating
eating disorder
athlete
team cohesion
sports
File:
Download Rothacker_Janelle_NCAATeamCohesionAndMentalHealth.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Michael Blair Evans, Thesis Supervisor
Jinger S. Gottschall, Thesis Honors Advisor

98. Short-Term and Lasting Effects of Instrumented-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique in Subjects with Restricted Ankle Dorsiflexion

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Open Access
Author:
Allen, Sarah
Title:
Short-Term and Lasting Effects of Instrumented-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique in Subjects with Restricted Ankle Dorsiflexion
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Weight-bearing
Star Excursion Balance Test
Functional Movement Screen
Overhead Deep Squat
Graston
File:
Download Sarah_Allen_Thesis_-_Final_PDF.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Sayers John Miller III, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor

100. AN EXAMINATION INTO THE IMPACT OF PHYSICAL FITNESS ON CONSTITUENT BEHAVIORS UNDERLYING ACADEMIC AND PSYCHOSOCIAL OUTCOMES: A PILOT STUDY

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Open Access
Author:
Forsythe, Philip
Title:
AN EXAMINATION INTO THE IMPACT OF PHYSICAL FITNESS ON CONSTITUENT BEHAVIORS UNDERLYING ACADEMIC AND PSYCHOSOCIAL OUTCOMES: A PILOT STUDY
Area of Honors:
Kinesiology
Keywords:
college
physical activity
academic outcomes
psychosocial outcomes
physical activity classes
students
File:
Download Forsythe_Philip_ExaminationPhysActCollegeStudents.pdf
Thesis Supervisors:
Melissa Jean Bopp, Thesis Supervisor
Dr. Mary Jane De Souza, Thesis Honors Advisor